In January 2020 the site where the small population of Macquarie perch was found was severely impacted by bushfire. Three weeks after the fire 10 Macquarie perch were rescued before it rained heavily, causing water conditions to deteriorate further.
Outcome The findings from this research will contribute to an existing management plan for the recovery of the system post-bushfires.
Awarded date
21 Oct 2020
Degree of recognition
Regional
Granting Organisations
Australian Government Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment